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Santa Cruz, Brazil
Rio Grande do Norte · Brazil
Santa Cruz is a mid-size city in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil with a population of 37,313. Elevation: 755 ft (230 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz is a municipality in the state of Rio Grande do Norte in the Northeast region of Brazil.
The city is known for its St. Rita of Cascia Statue, the biggest Brazilian statue. According to the IBGE, in 2020, the city had a total population of 40,295. The city is located 115 km from Natal, the largest city and capital of Rio Grande do Norte.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 37,313 |
| Population Density | 106 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 755 ft (230 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.2294°, -36.0228° |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Rio Grande do Norte |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.1 inches (637 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,452 |
About Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz is a mid-size city in Brazil (Rio Grande do Norte) with a population of 37,313. The city sits at an elevation of 755 feet (230 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.1 inches. The timezone is America/Fortaleza.
Income: Santa Cruz vs Brazil
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Income
| Median HH Income | $1,452 |
| 98% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 634 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is Nov (27.8°C), the coldest is Jul (23.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 875 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.8°F |
| 40% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 355 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 755 ft (230 m) |
| Area | 351.6 sq mi (910.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 106/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.2294°N, 36.0228°W |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 1.2 in | |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 2.0 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
Santa Cruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 73°F in August to 78°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.6") and October the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Santa Cruz
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| IFRN - Campus Santa Cruz | College | — | Visit → |
| Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte - Campus Santa Cruz | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Santa Cruz
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Estadual Francisco de Assis Ribeiro | — | — | — | — |
| Centro de Educação e Tecnologias Aluísio Bezerra | — | — | — | — |
| Anexo Miguel Lula de Farias | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Estadual Isabela Oscarlina Marques | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal Professora Palmira Barbosa | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Santa Cruz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solar João Anselmo |
Libraries in Santa Cruz
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública João Delmiro de Souza | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Cruz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Público | |||||
| Mercado Público |
Hotels in Santa Cruz
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Santa Cruz
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Santa Cruz
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Santa Cruz
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Santa Cruz
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Santa Cruz
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Santa Cruz
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Cruz
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Cruz
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Rio Grande do Norte/São Gonçalo do Amarante–Governador Aluízio Alves International Airport | NAT | Large Airport |
| Aerofrásio Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Campos de Melo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ceará Mirim Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Currais Novos Airport | QCP | Small Airport |
| Jardim de Angicos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jardim do Seridó Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lagoa Nova Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pedra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pedro Simões Pimenta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Cruz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sítio Flor de Lys Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tabuleiro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vitalli Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Santa Cruz
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro Especializado em Reabilitação |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Cruz
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assembleia de Deus | |
| Paróquia Santa Rita de Cássia | |
| Salão do Reino das Testemunhas de Jeová |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Brazil
15 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Santa Cruz
What is the population of Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz has a population of 37,313 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 106 people per square mile, spread across 351.6 square miles.
Is Santa Cruz expensive to live in?
The median household income is $1,452, 98% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 355 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.1 inches.
How is the job market in Santa Cruz?
There are 634 business establishments in the area.